2001 Audi A2 vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 562 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A2 | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A2 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |